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Type: Ten Pence Circulating Commemorative
Ten Pence 2018 X - X Marks the Spot
Ten Pence 2018 X - X Marks the Spot, Coin from United Kingdom - detailed information
Ten Pence 2018 X - X Marks the Spot, Coin from United Kingdom
The British decimal ten pence (10p) coin - often pronounced ten pee - is a unit of currency equalling ten one-hundredths of a pound sterling. These circulating coins went through a few transformations; initially, they were large (equivalent to the pre-decimal two shilling (florin) coin) and featured a crowned lion reverse; in 1992 this was changed to a smaller 10p coin, retaining the same design.
In 2008 though the reverse was changed to Matthew Dent's design; in a world-first concept, the designs for the 1p, 2p, 5p, 10p, 20p and 50p coins depict sections of the Royal Shield that form the whole shield when placed together (the shield in its entirety being featured on the £1 coin, which was discontinued in 2017).
Starting from 2012, the 10p coin was changed from cupro-nickel to nickel-plated steel.
During all this time, the denomination was only used to issue regular circulating coins. In 2018 however, the Royal Mint made history by starting a "coin hunt" when it issued the 10p A-Z Collection - a series of circulating commemorative coins, each featuring a letter of the alphabet and a British Heritage symbol with a name starting with that letter. The series is also remarkable in that the value of the coin is, for the first time in the history of the denomination, displayed on the obverse.
Due to their very low mintage, these are avidly collected by the public and do not, strictly speaking, circulate in any realistic manner.
The 10p A-Z Collection consists of the following 10p coins (issued in 2018 initially, then again in 2019):
A - Angel of the North (also in 2019),
B - Bond... James Bond (also in 2019),
C - Cricket (also in 2019),
D - Double Decker Bus (also in 2019),
E - English Breakfast (also in 2019),
F - Fish and Chips (also in 2019),
G - Greenwich Mean Time (also in 2019),
H - Houses of Parliament (also in 2019),
I - Ice Cream (also in 2019),
J - Jubilee (also in 2019),
K - King Arthur (also in 2019),
L - Loch Ness (also in 2019),
M - Mackintosh (also in 2019),
N - NHS (also in 2019),
O - Oak Tree (also in 2019),
P - Postbox (also in 2019),
Q - Queuing (also in 2019),
R - Robin (also in 2019),
S - Stonehenge (also in 2019),
T - Tea (also in 2019),
U - Union Flag (also in 2019),
V - Villages (also in 2019),
W - World Wide Web (also in 2019),
X - X Marks the Spot (also in 2019),
Y - Yeoman Warder (also in 2019),
Z - Zebra Crossing (also in 2019).
These coins were issued loose (i.e. for circulation), packed individually as "Early Strike Uncirculated" coins in plastic bags, carded (in blue cards, or in coloured cards different for each letter), as well as in silver (Proof FDC grade) in capsules or in acrylic blocks.
The 10p coin is legal tender for amounts up to £5.
Running continuously around the effigy is the monarch's legend and the date: ELIZABETH II · DEI · GRA · REG · F · D · TEN PENCE · 2018 ·. Translated from Latin: Elizabeth the Second, by the Grace of God, Queen, Defender of the Faith.
ELIZABETH II · DEI · GRA · REG · F · D · TEN PENCE · 2018 ·
A representation of an old-style map showing a trail through mountains and palm trees, with a vertical line representing a sea shore and a sailing ship to the right; to the left, a large hand-written letter X marks a mystery place on the map. Value and denomination are on the obverse.
"Steeped in mystery and unclear in origin, 'X marks the spot' has taken on many meanings and been intertwined with popular culture, mythology and everyday life for centuries. The first recorded use of X marks the spot was in 1813, although it's widely thought that it is much older than this.
From pirates and treasure hunters to famous explorers, the saying goes that X marks the spot where the bounty is held. It's the point to head to on an expedition, it's where the long-lost treasure is hidden and it's often the final meeting point in countless films.
For The Great British Coin Hunt, The Royal Mint Experience marks the spot, the only place in the world where you can see UK coins being made."
The Royal Mint does not provide a breakdown of the mintages of the variously packaged collector coins. The totals listed are: 37,992 in sets and 91,125 individual base metal coins (to a total of 129,117), and 200 in sets plus 2,066 individual silver coins (2,266 in total); of the latter, it is not known how many are in acrylic blocks.
Ten Pence 2018 X - X Marks the Spot: Known varieties
Early Strike Uncirculated
Sold by the Royal Mint in individual plastic bags. Also in capsule, in 26-coin set.
Complete A to Z Collection 2018 UK 10p Quintessentially British, mintage 37,992
26 coins: 10p A - Angel of the North, 10p B - Bond... James Bond, 10p C - Cricket, 10p D - Double Decker Bus, 10p E- English Breakfast, 10p F- Fish and Chips, 10p G - Greenwich Mean Time, 10p H - Houses of Parliament, 10p I - Ice Cream, 10p J - Jubilee, 10p K - King Arthur, 10p L - Loch Ness, 10p M - Mackintosh, 10p N - NHS, 10p O - Oak Tree, 10p P - Postbox, 10p Q - Queuing, 10p R - Robin, 10p S - Stonehenge, 10p T - Tea, 10p U - Union Flag, 10p V - Villages, 10p W - World Wide Web, 10p X - X Marks the Spot, 10p Y - Yeoman Warder, 10p Z - Zebra Crossing
Carded (in blue cards)
Carded (in coloured cards)
Silver Proof FDC in capsule
6.50 g sterling silver, 24.50 mm.
Complete A to Z Collection 2018 UK 10p Quintessentially British (Silver), mintage 200
Silver Proof FDC in acrylic block
Issued: unknown. Mintage limit: 15,000
6.50 g sterling silver, 24.50 mm. Boxed, with the coin enclosed in a transparent acrylic block. Mintage limited to 15,000.
Ten Pence 2018 X - X Marks the Spot: References to Information Used
Royal Mint 14th October 2019 Mintage link
Royal Mint March 2021 Mintage link Collector coin mintage
Ten Pence 2018 X - X Marks the Spot: Details
Ten Pence Circulating Commemorative
Nickel-plated steel
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Ten Pence 2018 X - X Marks the Spot: Photos
X - X Marks the Spot 2018 UK 10p Coin Silver Proof
Notes: Silver Proof - box.
Notes: Silver Proof - acrylic block.
X - X Marks the Spot 2018 UK 10p Coin | The Royal Mint
Ten Pence 2018 X - X Marks the Spot: Catalogue Reference IDs


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Rethinking the Church: How 'tradition' often impedes necessary changes
Submitted by Syndicated on Fri, 2012-07-20 11:38
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Today's report by the BBC tells of the Church in Wales requiring a radical re-think: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-18906518
Its no surprise that the Church is in need of a rethinking of sorts. Why? Apparently, there's not enough young people to sustain its future, too many old buildings that cost too much to maintain, and worship services that don't quite connect with the hearts of the people.
Periodically, right through history it seems, the Church has had to re-invent itself just to stay alive and relevant. Whether its Martin Luther, John and Charles Wesley, Billy Graham or any one of the current host of American re-imaginers of Christianity, there is always someone reforming some aspect of the world's most popular religion.
Sometimes they don't do a good job, and it all goes horribly wrong. But sometimes they get it right and the reforms last for hundreds of years. Its not always the theology – its harder to change – but the manner of its delivery and the way in which its applied to real life that is required to be reformed.
The difficulty with 'The Church' in the UK is precisely that it is THE Church, the established pattern of religious worship that has been with us for centuries. And deep down we may not like to change tradition. And even if we do, no-one really wants to be the one to change hundreds of years of tradition.
The Americans didn't have that problem. Our country churches and the Protestant form of Christianity that's taught there go back to the 1540s and before that to the days of the Norman church-building marathon, back in the late 1070s and early 1100s. The great American tradition, by contrast, is one of under 300 years of freedom of religion, no government Church, and a long history of innovation in governance, liturgy and ritual. And quite a bit of interpretive theology, too.
There's 68 million Catholics, for a start, which helps the Protestants remain keen to get their messages across and be welcoming to converts. Including 16 million Baptists and 7 million Methodists the Protestant congregation in the USA remains the biggest in the world.
Its patterns of worship have not been hindered by old, cold, dark buildings (much as I love churches, they must be very off-putting for people). In fact, it doesn't seem that America really has the same concept of 'Church' as we do over here. Many years ago I was in Minneapolis and followed a street sign for 'Ancient Church.' Being British, I forgot where I was for a moment, and somehow expected to see a church site dating back to the Neolithic era. I discovered that 'ancient' in America means '1876.'
Americans are not confined to 'King James Biblical speech,' in their worship services, and their worship songs owe a lot to the dissenting Methodist hymns and the Black singing traditions that have become part of their musical landscape.
We in this country have experienced a growth in American style 'fellowships' and 'ministries' over the past 25 years, and it is just one more way in which the established Church is feeling the pressure to change. But so much of the Church's identity is bound up with the legacy of the past it is difficult to see how it will occur, and when.
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Door County's Wickman House is a seriously good restaurant
Amy Cavanaugh
Wednesday October 14 2015
Last Friday night, I was in Green Bay drinking cocktails at the Libertine, which was fatefully celebrating its third anniversary with a bar takeover by Jeppson's Malort's Sam Mechling and Death's Door Spirits' brand rep Grant Hurless. When I mentioned to them that I would be spending Saturday in Door County then driving down to Milwaukee for a late dinner, Hurless objected—he couldn't stress enough the importance of staying in Door County to go to Wickman House for dinner, a restaurant I'd never heard of before. Later, my boyfriend realized that he had already starred the restaurant on his Google Map, after another friend had suggested it. So we stayed.
And they were right—Wickman House is a delight. Childhood friends Mike Holmes and Joe Fahrenkrug used to spend summers at Kangaroo Lake in Door County, then later worked at an Ellison Bay restaurant, T. Ashwell's, together during college summers. Fast forward to 2012, when the pair returned to Door County after working in New York and Madison to open Wickman House—in the old T. Ashwell's location.
We pulled up at the restaurant at 4:50pm, 10 minutes before opening, and other cars were already there, waiting for the restaurant to open. Unless you're planning to post up at the bar (which is what we did), you need a reservation to get into the cozy dining room, which has a stone fireplace that's lit during cooler months.
The food, from executive chef Matt Chambas, focuses on classic dishes made with ingredients mostly sourced from Door County and greater Wisconsin—a wedge salad comes with Nueske's bacon and Hook's blue cheese, pulled pork from Waseda Farms is made with Sprecher's root beer and local whitefish gets a refresh in a po'boy. The menu doesn't really reinvent anything, but Chambas makes smart tweaks to flavor combinations and the food is perfectly done. The oysters, which come from Massachusetts and Washington, are half off during happy hour (from 5-6pm), and they're cleanly shucked and served with a piquant mignonette. The sourdough pretzel bites come with a terrific beer cheese and pickled veggies, and the house-made butternut squash ravioli are bathing in brown butter. For dessert, order ice cream sandwiches.
For drinks, choose from a huge list of cocktails (more than three dozen, divided up by spirit), all of which are $10. On my visit, Holmes and a New York friend (who relocated to Door County to work at Wickman House) manned the copper-topped bar and didn't stop making cocktails the entire time we were there. The team makes their own maple syrup from the trees in front of the restaurant; one application for it is in the Rusty Leaf, a smoky-sweet Scotch Manhattan. The Damson Gin Fizz is a bright, plummy gin cocktail capped with whipped egg whites, while the Mai Tai is upgraded with Plantation Pineapple Rum Stiggins' Fancy, one of the most buzzed about (and best) new rums.
Even more than the food and drink, I liked Wickman House for its feel. It's located in a 19th-century house that's quaint but modern, and everything is comfortable and relaxed. When we left, people were gathered in Adirondack chairs around a fire in front, and in the summer, picnic tables allow for outdoor dining. We did eventually make it down to Milwaukee (the Bryant's Cocktail Lounge siren is always strong), but we're already plotting a way to head back to Wickman. Like many Door County spots, the restaurant shuts down for winter—it closes January 1 and will reopen for the season around May. So unless you're willing to wait more than six months, get up to Ellison Bay soon for a fall weekend.
Wickman House (11976 Mink River Rd, Ellison Bay, WI, 920-854-3305) is open Thursday-Monday from 5-10pm (11pm on Friday and Saturday).
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Crashes from Thomas the Tank Engine
Rob Beschizza 6:10 am Mon Aug 26, 2013
"I was bored so I decided to make a compilation of the crashes on Thomas and Friends," writes YouTube's monsterjamfan100. [via hellojed at Metafilter]
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New rail line construction makes it possible to take a train from Portugal to Singapore (in just 21 days)
Reddit user u/htGosSEVe studied train routes and charted what they call "the new longest possible train journey in the world." It starts in the southern part of Portugal and ends up in Singapore. From The Independent's article on the map: Analysis by rail blogger Mark Smith, aka The Man in Seat 61, and Reddit users calculated… READ THE REST
Watch: Train collides with semi car-hauler stuck on tracks
Of all the places to get your car-hauling truck stuck, a railway track is one of the worst. Watch the cars go flying. READ THE REST
Watch this woman barely—just barely—miss getting hit by a train
Dutch railway operator ProRail released the video above with the following warning (translated): Oh not this! People who come dangerously close to the track are called track runners. Their behavior has major social consequences. More than a third of the number of train delays on the track is caused by people walking along the track,… READ THE REST


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Q: PackageNotFoundError when creating new Conda environment After installing Anaconda or Miniconda and trying to create first environment, I'm getting the following error:
PackageNotFoundError: Package not found: '' Package missing in current osx-64 channels:
  - package_name

A: It turns out that when you first run conda config (.condarc is created) by default it contains
create_default_packages:
  - tensorflow
  - PACKAGE_NAME
channels:
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So it tries to fetch a package called PACKAGE_NAME which surprisingly does not exist.
Simply removing - PACKAGE_NAME line from .condarc fixes the issue.

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Hello, I'm Brad Darling, president and CEO of ARGO. Know no Boundaries is a promise we've made to ourselves and to you — our customer. These are three simple words the ARGO team lives by every day to challenge conventional thinking, to do things differently and to go where others can't. All to fulfill our goal of providing you the world's best amphibious XTVs, off-road ATVs, rugged SxSs and powerful UTVs.
Difficult obstacles unexpectedly appear to test this brand promise. These obstacles have never been more daunting than in the past couple of years. They have pushed us into corners and at times, questioned the future and our enthusiasm.
These unimaginable obstacles have been tough on all of us including dealerships, employees and the entire powersports family. We want to thank everyone who continues to overcome these obstacles to provide the very best products and services to all of our customers.
Your professionalism and willingness to succeed drives all of us forward. Our team at ARGO promises to Know no Boundaries more than ever. No matter what the future brings, we will always work hard to safeguard the positive momentum and innovations we have created for you.
We believe these challenges made us reimagine an even better path. A path that's bold and bright for all of us. A path we are committed to as we move forward as one team. Thank you for being part of our ARGO family and continued brand support.
ARGO is more than the name of a company and the machines we ride: It's also the culmination of what's possible when talented, inspired people are set free in a professional workplace with the goal to produce the ultimate extreme terrain vehicles.
From the company's humble beginnings at its original location in Kitchener, Ontario, to its current two-facility campus in New Hamburg, Ontario, ARGO has always been a place where passion and ingenuity drive new innovations that deliver the next generation of machines.
We pushed to Know No Boundaries literally and expanded our footprint in North America in 2019. ARGO has a U.S. facility in Thief River Falls, Minnesota. Our U.S. team is well-versed in powersports with decades of valuable experience in product engineering, sales, gear and accessories, and raw enthusiasm to grow a competitive brand.
Many people have made important contributions to the company and its machines, and each person can take pride in the impact they made over the past 55 years. ARGO would not be here today without the personnel who dedicated themselves to designing, testing, building and selling the world's finest amphibious and off-road vehicles.
We are ARGO. Go anywhere.
Honesty, mutual respect and commitment are the pillars upon which our business is based. Our pursuit of excellence is to be evident in our actions, our products and our services.
Customer satisfaction is the common goal of all our employees.
We are committed to the continuous improvement of our products and our services.
We believe in the dignity, worth and fair treatment of our employees. We respect our employees as the most important contributors to our success and we foster their personal development through education and promotions from within.
We are committed to our environmental and social responsibilities.
Ontario Drive & Gear Limited (ODG) was founded in Kitchener, Ontario, in 1962. As the subsidiary of a German company, its objective was to design and manufacture power transmission and gears for the North American market. ODG developed and manufactured a special transmission for a 6-wheel-drive, skid steer ATV - the Amphicat. In 1967 the Argo was born! Realising the potential of the ATV market, ODG decided to introduce its own 6-wheel amphibious vehicle - the Argo. It was named for its stamina on land and water after the Argonaut of Greek mythology. In 1969 the Kitchener facility could no longer handle the volume required so ODG purchased a 10 acre site in New Hamburg and began construction.
In 1971 ODG introduced a stretched version of the Argo - the 8-wheeler.With this introduction, ODG was able to offer a vehicle with the largest cargo capacity on the market. The first 8-wheeler was powered by a 440 cc Kohler 2-cylce engine. Also in 1971, ODG installed a state-of-the-art vacuum-forming machine, which made it possible for us to produce large quantities of vehicle bodies from coloured ABS sheet material. Constantly looking for ways to upgrade the Argo, ODG decided to switch to the very durable, high density polyethylene material for the vehicle bodies and introduced vehicles powered by a Tecumseh 4-cycle engine in 1975. With the introduction of the 4-cycle Argo, ODG's market gradually expanded from the recreational sector into the utility and industrial/commercial sector.
1981 saw the introduction of the first Argo 8 I/C (Industrial/Commercial)with hydraulic steering brakes. This model rapidly captured 60% of the market share. The Argo 6 Twin was introduced in 1985. Powered by the Briggs & Stratton, 656 cc twin cylinder I/C engine, the 6 Twin replaced the Argo 6 Heavy Duty. Following the success of this model, ODG introduced the Argo 8 Twin as a smooth running successor to the Argo 8 Heavy Duty. The extensive redesign of the Argo 8 I/C in 1987 made this vehicle the most popular model in the Argo line-up.1989 saw the end of a fifteen-year run as the last Tecumseh powered vehicle came off the assembly line. But with the end of that era, a new one began. In 1989 ODG introduced the Argo 8x8 Magnum and the Argo 6x6Magnum. The Argo 8x8 Magnum name was adopted to identify the top-of-the-line model that now featured new clutch components and a transmission ratio to respond to customer requests for higher land speed. The Argo 6x6 Magnum followed with similar upgrades.
In 1992, ODG celebrated 25 years of Argo production. To commemorate Argo's silver anniversary, 25 silver-bodied Vanguards were built. ODG introduced the first liquid-cooled engine in the new Argo Conquest in 1993. The Kawasaki FD620D 20 hp V-twin engine captured the attention of the marketplace like nothing before and immediately propelled this model to prominence. Long lead times developed as demand far exceeded production rates that were pushed up weekly. The Argo 8x8 Response was introduced to the market in 1995 - the answer for the individual who needed eight-wheel capacity at an attractive price. Once again, ODG demonstrated its commitment to the customer by providing quality-built, innovative products. The Bigfoot invaded the market in1997, with an extended wheelbase to accommodate the 25" tires,increasing ride comfort over rough terrain. In 1998 the late stand most expensive in a series of high-tech CNC machines, a LIEBHERR gear hobber, was installed at ODG's premises to produce the precision cut gears and other quality components demanded by ARGO and industrial products customers. In a bold move, ODG decided to add 40,000 square feet of new manufacturing and office space to its plant in New Hamburg. The continued expansion of the Argo market and the imminent introduction of a new model of industrial all-terrain vehicles made this decision necessary. At year-end, the site work was done and construction was set to commence in the spring of 2000.
Although the Frontier name is just a decade old, it's already legendary among owners who have experienced any one of the models in its relatively short lifespan. Debuting in 2007, the 6x6 Frontier 650 brought a new body style to the air-cooled Frontier line, as well as 23-hp Briggs & Stratton power to the Gen-II planetary differential transmission. Just as important, it featured the classic ARGO/Carlisle 4-ply mud-and-swim tires with the larger chevron-pattern tread, which increased water speed by over 50 percent (with improved traction and suspension while on land) compared to the previous generation tires. Additional Frontier models soon followed, with the marquee earning its place as the most accessible and capable amphibious vehicles in company history.
As a motivated team, ODG continues to strive for an innovative marketing approach to better penetrate the Northern Market. Our focus is also on International Development, in launching the newest model – 700 HD, which is approved for road usage in Europe . The Gear Division is continuing to strive and improve on technological advancements, to remain the most competitive in gears and transmissions. Commercial markets are the focus of our development.Expanding into insect abatement, search and rescue, lifting and drilling will lead to success in the market place.
Customers in both our commercial and industrial market segments will delight in the new Argo XTI, a tougher and more heavy duty version of the Argo HDi. Professional hunters and camp operators will also recognize the benefits and value that this new vehicle brings to their operations, and the industrial capabilities have been engineered using field-proven technology, allowing for increased payloads and greater durability.
The J5 Rover vehicle was ARGO's first attempt at an industrial robotic vehicle. Based on the successful 4-wheel lunar rover architecture, the J5 Rover was designed to be affordable and rugged. In keeping with the tradition of so many ARGO machines, it was also entirely amphibious. The J5 can be fitted with tracks or wheels, depending on the operating environment.
Hunters and outdoors-men have been some of the most passionate ARGO owners since the first machine debuted in 1967. In 2016 ARGO went all in with a quartet of machines that comprised the Wilderness Series: the Outfitter 8x8 XTi, Scout 6c6 and 8x8 and the Hunt Master 8x8 Evolution and model differentiation had been hallmarks of ARGO machine for decades when the company unleashed a remarkable example of both in the form of the Avenger LX. With bold colors and luxury component selections the Avenger LX became an instant favorite for customers who wanted optimal smooth ride and premium comfortAvenger 8x8 LX Also in 2016 the fully amphibious robotic platform of the J6/J8 was born.
ARGO Xplorer ATV The next 50 years in ARGO history will be highlighted by the company's bold decision to expand its expertise and ingenuity by entering the 4-wheel ATV market with the all-new ARGO Xplorer 4x4 machines. The Xplorer ATVs are a premium quality machine that set a new standard in performance and rideability.
The goal at ARGO was not just to create another new 2019 model, it was to create the next generation of ARGOs. With new thinking, new technology and new partners, the possibilities were endless. This collective effort and determination allowed ARGO to push harder than ever to build an Xtreme Terrain Vehicle like never before. And after countless designs, rugged testing and ever-so-slight tweaks, the all-new 2019 Aurora was born. From the front grille to the back hitch you'll experience innovation at its best, including the new seating, Start 'N Gear and ARGO Progressive Steering (APS). This UTV-inspired steering development combined with the Admiral transmission is a technological milestone giving the ultimate driver experience.
ARGO didn't stop there. For outdoor enthusiasts who love rippin' it up in deep, wet mud the all-new 2019 Bigfoot 800 MX6 and MX8 were introduced. Both are equipped with ARGO's new 25" Mud Tires with aluminum bead lock rims to give you maximum power and control to cruise through the thickest muddin' holes. The Bigfoot XTVs include a premium Jensen radio to enhance the riders' experience. Turn up the tunes!
In 2019 the Frontier, ARGO's value leader amphibious six- and eight-wheelers, were redesigned to reflect its Aurora lineage, resulting in a perfect blend of style and function. All Frontier models now come standard with left-side ARGO Progressive Steering (APS), producing smooth confidence-inspiring handling. The new bold look and quality features round out the all-new 2020 Frontier – and it is a testament to the team at ARGO at improving our vehicles every year. The new Frontier models are ready for any extreme adventure. Are you?
We took the Aurora to new level in 2020. Introducing the Roll-Over Protection Structure (ROPS) for the Aurora. Complete with seat belts and certified to ISO 5700 and SAE J2194.
2021 proved to be a landmark year for ARGO, filled with many innovations and some big additions. There was nothing bigger than the addition of the Sherp Series of products to the growing ARGO product line. Like our XTV line of products, the ARGO Sherp Series are proven amphibious vehicles able to conquer any landscape and conditions.
Innovation rung true in 2021 with our XTV amphibious vehicles with the addition of the Instant Torque Drive System (ITDS). The ITDS is a perfect marriage of our new Instant Torque Clutching (ITC) and Classic or Admiral transmissions. The ITDS was rolled out to the whole XTV lineup, providing increased acceleration and enhance torque while alleviating the need to choose between a High Torque (HT) or Standard Torque (ST) transmission.
The non-amphibious line of products also saw huge additions with a new line of single rider ATVs that includes the XC 90 youth ATV, XR 500 and XR 700 ATVs. While the all-new Magnum XF Side-by-Side added yet another new category of products to ARGOs ever-growing line of products.
For model year '23, we witnessed the rebirth of a familiar favorite name from the early 2000's: the ARGO Centaur. We proudly rolled the Centaur XT out of our facility in our New Hamburg, Ontario plant, updated with decades of technological advancements and continued to deliver on its reputation as a rugged, durable "Go Anywhere" warrior. This gentle giant is perfect for the most demanding applications.
After a long period of development and testing, we are proud to release the all-new ODG LX 850 commercial V-Twin engine, specifically designed with advanced technology. Created to deliver optimal performance, power and torque, while providing smoother and quieter operation with easier starting. The combination of the new LX 850 engine, ODG Admiral transmission and ARGO Instant Torque Drive System gives you the best performing XTV to date.


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obituaries Mar. 22, 2019
A Parkland Survivor Took Her Own Life
By Amanda Arnold@aMandolinz
Sydney Aiello. Photo: gofundme.com
Just a year over the tragic school shooting at in Parkland, Florida, a Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School student who escaped the gunfire but lived with immense survivor's guilt has taken her life.
On March 17, 19-year-old Sydney Aiello died by suicide, her mother, Cara, told CBS Miami. Those close to her remember her fondly as a joyful person who loved yoga and aspired to work in the medical field to aide those in need. But since the shooting that left 17 of her classmates dead, Sydney struggled with survivor's guilt and was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder, according to her mother; she also feared being in her college classrooms, which made academic success difficult.
Following news of her death, a GoFundMe page was set up in Sydney's honor, mourning the untimely loss of a "beloved daughter, sister and friend to many." (The funds will be donated directly to her family to help pay for funeral expenses, per the website. At time of publication, it has nearly reached its $20,000 goal.)
"It was a privilege to have you in our lives," reads the GoFundMe page. "Sydney, we will miss you and always love you.
Some members of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School community have also expressed their sorrow over Sydney's death, such as Ryan Petty, whose daughter died in the shooting.
"It breaks my heart that we've lost yet another student from Stoneman Douglas," Petty told CBS Miami. "My advice to parents is to ask questions, don't wait."
The brother to Meadow Pollack, a close friend of Aiello's who died in the shooting, mourned her death on Twitter.
"Beautiful Sydney with such a bright future was taken from us way too soon," Hunter Pollack wrote. "Any help for the family to cover funeral expenses would be appreciated."
Beautiful Sydney with such a bright future was taken from us way too soon. My friend's sister and someone dear to Meadow.
Any help for the family to cover funeral expenses would be appreciated.
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Did you decorate your Christmas tree already ? We did it this week end, and this year it's a monochromatic one : gold !
That's inspired me for my card today this morning, a golden snowflakes Holidays card !
I found these acrylic snowflakes in the Gift Decor DIY stack , the gray paper in the Elegant Holidays stack, and the card base paper in the Boho Style stack (so not Christmas theme stack!). All these stacks are by DCWV.
I use the twine from a treat Megan from DCWV sent me last year, and a metal dove by PaperBliss painted with Copper by Martha Stewart.
To preserve the transparency, I used mini Glue Dots on the snowflakes.
Thanks for taking some time to see my card today.
Thanks to those who already left comments on my Christmas cards to enter my giveaway. Don't forget to follow my blog too if you want to validate your entry(ies) !


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